Press Releases
Statement from D.A. Bragg on the Sentencing of a Marketing Executive for Embezzling Millions 
“Michael Collins has been sentenced to 3-9 years in state prison for embezzling nearly $6 million from two companies for his own greed,” said District Attorney Bragg. “I hope this sentencing sends a message to New York executives who exploit Manhattan businesses – you will be held accountable.”
D.A. Bragg, NYPD Commissioner Tisch & ATF NY: Four Defendants Indicted In Gun Trafficking Conspiracy Spanning Georgia To NYC
“As alleged, these defendants worked together to funnel dozens of illegal firearms along the iron pipeline into New York City over the course of a months-long conspiracy,” said District Attorney Bragg. “Multiple recovered guns were equipped with devices designed to inflict increased harm. Had these firearms fallen into the wrong hands, they could have fueled violence that seriously injured or even killed New Yorkers. Every illegal gun removed from our streets is a potential tragedy prevented, and I thank the brave members of the NYPD and ATF, as well as our prosecutors, for their outstanding work dismantling this alleged trafficking operation.”
Statement from Manhattan D.A. Alvin Bragg on SCOTUS Summary Reversal
Statement from Manhattan D.A. Alvin Bragg on SCOTUS Summary Reversal
D.A. Bragg Announces Indictment Of Salon 1884 For Worker Exploitation, Wage Theft
“As alleged, Andrea Marshall, the owner of Salon 1884, exploited and stole approximately $54,000 in wages from her employees while selling luxury garments. She preyed on the significant power imbalance of her employees who relied on the promised wages for housing and basic living expenses, feared retaliation, and lacked the financial resources to pursue legal recourse,” said District Attorney Bragg. “Hard working New Yorkers deserve every dollar they earn. This is an ongoing investigation – please call or message our Worker Protection Unit at (646) 712-0298 if you may be a victim, regardless of your immigration status.”
D.A. Bragg Announces Murder Indictment Of Rhamell Burke For Fatally Shoving 76-Year-Old Down Subway Stairs
“Ross Falzone was walking to a Chelsea subway station when Rhamell Burke allegedly shoved him down the stairs, abruptly ending his life. This unprovoked and terrifying act of violence committed against an older New Yorker shook our city,” said District Attorney Bragg. “My thoughts are with Mr. Falzone’s loved ones as they mourn his tragic loss.”
D.A. Bragg, CUNY ISLG Announce Funding Up To $200,000 For Grassroots Organizations To Support Survivors Of Domestic Violence
“Domestic and intimate-partner violence remains one of the most pervasive crimes in New York City, including a top driver of serious assaults,” said District Attorney Bragg. “Research demonstrates that survivors, and particularly those from marginalized communities, frequently do not report to law enforcement or proactively seek out traditional service providers. We hope by empowering survivor-led, grassroots organizations, we can help reach more New Yorkers, address their safety needs, and drive down domestic violence in Manhattan.”
Manhattan District Attorney's Office